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Jack Hanna's long goodbye: How Alzheimer's is stripping away the man the world once knew
BIGFORK, Mont. – As a sunset paints the sky pink on his Montana family farm, Jack Hanna sneaks a chunk of pizza to his golden retriever when a man approaches to greet him.
“Hi Jack,” the family guest says. “It’s a pleasure to meet you.”
The longtime zookeeper’s famous smile fades into curiosity.
“Where are you from?” Jack asks between bites.
“Columbus, Ohio,” the family guest says.
Jack Hanna built the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium into one of the nation's best. He then captivated national audiences on David Letterman’s late-night talk show, "Good Morning America" and a number of his own Emmy-winning animal series that still run in syndication. He traveled the globe as a leading animal conservationist promoting Columbus. It was his home for decades. It’s even where he once said he wanted his ashes spread whenever he passes away.
But in this moment, none of that history feels familiar.
Jack pauses, then asks a question. “Have I ever been to Columbus, Ohio?”
The Jack Hanna the world once kn
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Jack Hanna’s Zoo Legacy
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to Continue Jungle Jack Hanna’s Legacy of Connecting People and Wildlife As He Approaches Retirement After 42 Years
Powell, OH – How do you begin to celebrate and say thank you for a life-changing 42-year career? Jungle Jack Hanna has used his down-to-earth humor, keen interest in education, and genuine enthusiasm and passion for wildlife to inspire millions to care about—and be amazed by—the wonders of wildlife.
While his retirement from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium officially begins on January 1, 2021, the contributions he has made to the organization after serving as both director and director emeritus for 42 years will have long-lasting, positive impacts. His vision and leadership helped transform the Zoo into one of the world’s most beloved, innovative, and influential zoos.
A Tribute to Jack Hanna
“Jack Hanna has made an incredible difference for wildlife across the globe and is a true inspiration to our Central Ohio community and most certainly our staff. Throughout the 25 years that
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Jack Hanna
Jack Bushnell Hanna (born January 2, 1947) is a retired American zookeeper and a former director emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.[1]
His nicknamed was "Jungle Jack".[3] He was director of the Columbus Zoo from 1978 to 1992
He appeared on many late night shows with Johnny Carson, David Letterman, James Corden, Good Morning America, and Maury Povich.
In April 2021, Hanna was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.[4][5]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ 1.01.1"Jack Hanna: Writer, Conservationist, Television Personality (1947–)". Biography.com. A&E Networks. Archived from the original on June 17, 2018.
- ↑ 2.02.12.22.32.4"About — Jack Hanna". Jack Hanna. Retrieved April 25, 2021.
- ↑"Beloved animal expert Jack Hanna has dementia, steps away from public life". NBC News. Retrieved April 8, 2021.
- ↑France, Lisa Respers (April 7, 2021). "Jack Hanna, beloved animal expert, stepping away because of dementia". CNN. Retrieved April 7, 2021.
- ↑"Jack Hanna diagnosed with dementia tha
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